$44 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco (LAX-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $44 for one-way flights and $88 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Tue, May 13 - Wed, May 14
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$88 Roundtrip, just found
$88
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 13 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Wed, May 14, priced at $88 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Jun 7 - Tue, Jun 17
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$98 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$98
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 7 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jun 17, priced at $98 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, May 14 - Sat, May 17
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$99 Roundtrip, just found
$99
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 14 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $99 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 31 - Wed, Jun 4
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$103 Roundtrip, just found
$103
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 31 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Wed, Jun 4, priced at $103 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 17 - Sat, May 24
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$104 Roundtrip, just found
$104
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 17 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Sat, May 24, priced at $104 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Jun 28 - Tue, Jul 1
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$108 Roundtrip, just found
$108
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 28 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Tue, Jul 1, priced at $108 just found
United
Tue, May 27 - Wed, May 28
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$114 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$114
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, May 27 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $114 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Jun 25 - Wed, Jul 16
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$117 Roundtrip, just found
$117
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Wed, Jul 16, priced at $117 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Jun 25 - Wed, Jul 16
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$117 Roundtrip, just found
$117
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Wed, Jul 16, priced at $117 just found
Delta
Wed, Jun 25 - Wed, Jul 16
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$117 Roundtrip, just found
$117
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Wed, Jul 16, priced at $117 just found

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
You can land cheap return flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) starting from $74. Snag a seat and take off on your trip. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Frontier Airlines and Alaska Airlines flight leaving LAX on May 10 2025 and touching down at SFO. The price was last updated on April 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LAX to SFO?
The cheapest flights from LAX to SFO are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
When leaving Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), 6 carriers can take you directly to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) without a layover, including:

  • United Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines
  • American Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from LAX to SFO?
Travel from LAX to SFO with Frontier Airlines. This airline currently has the cheapest one-way ticket for this route, starting from $45. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LAX on May 10 2025. Prices were last updated on April 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Every day on average, 31 nonstop flights operate from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Choose the departure date that works for you.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
More passengers fly between LAX and SFO at 8 AM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it’s quieter? Travel outside of rush hours and there’s a chance you’ll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to SFO?
Thursday offers the most flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Consider jetting off on this day and you’ll have the best chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The earliest flight taking off from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is at around 6:00AM UTC-8. Board this flight and you’ll touch down at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) at approximately 7:32AM UTC-8. The entire trip takes 1h 32m.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flights from LAX to SFO have an average travel time of 1 hour and 31 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 340 mi.
What airline has the least delays from LAX to SFO?
Aeromexico has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), with an on-time score of 100%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight schedule before you go and get immediate updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To avoid potential delays on the Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Francisco from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) has direct flights to San Francisco. Here are some of the airports you can fly to without layovers:

  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book a ticket from LAX to SFO generally means paying more. Although you may find some last-minute deals, they aren’t always guaranteed. Be flexible with your itinerary for a better chance of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to SFO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a LAX to SFO flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, managing everything in one place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of stays, then tailor your trip with extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
In most instances, you can cancel or modify your LAX to SFO flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline’s fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you need more information, head to our Customer Service portal.
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